National Rodeo Association. Rule Book Issue

National Rodeo Association Rule Book 2018 Issue

2 Approved Rodeo Events Official Rule Book of National Rodeo Association NRA Head Office P.O. Box 1477, Caboolture Qld 4510 Telephone: 07 5495 8668 Fax: 07 5495 7384 Email: office@nationalrodeoassociation.com.au This official rule book of NRA is binding to all members and affiliated rodeo committees of NRA. All Rodeos will be run in conjunction with the rules and regulations of the association which have been endorsed by competitors. The Objects of the Association are: 1. To promote the sport of rodeo to a national recognised standard. 2. To assist affiliated associations and their committees and other bodies and committees in promoting competitive/professional rodeos. 3. To obtain uniform competition rules and conditions throughout the Commonwealth of Australia. This rule book was compiled by NRA members March 1999 National Rodeo Association 1st May, 1999 Updated: 2002, 2006, 2016, 2017 Version: 1 2017, 2.2017, 2018 The Judge's Decision Is Final

Approved Rodeo Events Contents Approved Rodeo Events.. 5 General Rules.... 6 Membership... 16 Central Entries... 20 NRA Affiliated Committees... 23 NRA Stock Contractors.. 25 General Rules for Rough Stock Events... 28 Men's Bull Ride... 31 Men s Bareback Ride 32 Men s Saddle Ride.. 34 General Rules for Time Events.... 36 Men s Rope and Tie... 41 Men s Steering Wrestling 433 Team Roping... 455 Ladies Barrel Race... 477 Ladies Breakaway Roping 51 Ladies Steer Undecorating.... 522 Men s Open Steer Ride /Bullock Ride. 53 Junior Events... 53 Classifications..... 57 NRA Judges.. 577 NRA Timekeeper..... 5959 Pick-Up and Clowns... 60 Disciplinary Proceedings.. 611 Misdemeanours.... 677 Animal Welfare Code of Conduct.. 688 Livestock Handling Equipment... 68 Event Equipment.... 69 The Judge s Decision Is Final 3

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Approved Rodeo Events Approved Rodeo Events 5 NRA Approved Rodeo Events Men s Bull Ride Men s Saddle Ride Men s Bareback Ride Men s Rope & Tie Men s Steer Wrestling Team Roping Ladies Barrel Race Ladies Breakaway Roping Ladies Steer Undecorating Men s Bullock Ride Men s Poley Saddle Ride Boy s Junior Bull Ride Boy s Juvenile Bull Ride Junior Steer Ride Boy s Junior Saddle Ride Boy s Junior Bareback Ride Poddy Ride Calf Tying Chute Dogging Junior Team Roping Dummy Roping Steer Roping Ribbon Roping Junior Barrel Race Lead Line Barrel Race Pole Bending Junior Breakaway Roping Rodeo Queen/Princess Individual event titles and trophies will be awarded for the following events Standard, Optional and Junior events only. Standard Events Men s Bull Ride Men s Saddle Ride Men s Bareback Ride Men s Rope & Tie Men s Steer Wrestling Team Roping Ladies Barrel Race Ladies Breakaway Roping Optional Events Ladies Steer Undecorating Junior Events U18 Boy s Junior Bull Ride U18 Junior Breakaway Roping 7-U12 Poddy Ride U18 Junior Barrel Race U15 Junior Steer Ride The Judge s Decision Is Final

6 General Rules General Rules 1. The Animal Welfare Code of Practice must be strictly adhered to at all times. Any person breaching the Code of Practice will be brought before the Disciplinary Committee for further action to be taken. 2. Nomination procedures etc., as per Central Entries rules (refer page 20). 3. Prizemoney a) Should there be no scores/times in an event the prize money will be as follows; i. The posted prizemoney to be retained by the committee/promoter and ii. The added back component to go to National Rodeo Association, With the exception of prize monies where no entries are paid, Eg: chute-out, then Promoter retains said prize money. b) Minimum prize money for men and women to be equal. c) All events that have four (4) qualifying times or scores, the prize money splits will be 40%, 30%, 20%, 10% except where prize money is two thousand ($2,000) dollars or more this can be paid to five places and prize money splits will be 30%, 25%, 20%, 15%, 10%. d) Should there be only: - i. One (1) time or score, 100% of the prize money will go to the competitor. ii. Two (2) times or scores, the prize money will be split 60%, 40%. iii. Three (3) times or scores, the prize money will be split 45%, 33%, 22%. 4. Appointment of Officials: Appointment of Officials - all officials (Judges, Time Keepers and Chute Boss) are to be appointed from the NRA approved official list published in the NRA monthly sports news. The Judge's Decision Is Final

General Rules a) All Round Championship Rodeos - Must have Two (2) N.R.A. approved Judges, One (1) approved Chute Boss and Two (2) approved timekeepers. 7 b) Points Award Rodeos - Must have Two (2) N.R.A. approved Judges, One (1) approved Chute Boss and One (1) approved timekeeper. c) Bull Ride Rodeos Must have Two (2) N.R.A. approved Judges, One (1) approved Chute Boss and One (1) approved timekeeper d) Non Points Rodeos Must have Two (2) N.R.A. approved Judges 5. Stallion Control All stallions must be double tied by neck strap and halter on all grounds. Stallions will be allowed to be unrestrained in panel yards through daylight hours ONLY. Stallions must be double tied at night. Panels must be a minimum of 25mm box or pipe equivalent. Panels must be anchored securely to a solid object i.e. truck, post, tree. 6. All Arena Personnel ie. Chute Bosses, Judges, Pick-up Men, Clowns, Timekeepers, Announcers and Stock Contractors must be NRA approved in their classifications and categories. 7. Rodeo Classifications: a) All Round Championship Rodeos - Must include a minimum of all 8 Standard Events with minimum prize money of $500 per event. Full points are awarded for individual titles and All Round titles. All Round Rodeos will have preference over any other event run on that day, where practical, to ensure competitors can do both. Points: 1st 160 Points 2nd 120 Points 3rd 80 Points 4th 40 Points Team Roping Points: (To End of Year Titles and All Round Points) 1st 90 Points 2nd 70 Points 3rd 50 Points 4th 30 Points The Judge s Decision Is Final

8 General Rules b) Points Award Rodeo - Must include a minimum of 3 Standard Events with minimum prize money of $500 per event. Half points are awarded for individual titles only. Points Award Rodeos: 1st 80 Points 2nd 60 Points 3rd 40 Points 4th 20 Points c) Bull Ride - Must include a minimum of a Bull Ride, Novice Bull Ride and Junior Bull Ride with minimum prize money of $1500, $350 and $200 respectively. Half points are awarded to individual event titles only. 1st 80 Points 2nd 60 Points 3rd 40 Points 4th 20 Points d) Junior Rodeo - Must include the following events:- Under 8 Barrel Race and Dummy Roping Under 12 Barrel Race, Dummy Roping, Breakaway Roping, Pole Bending and Poddy Ride Under 15 Barrel Race, Pole Bending, Calf Tying, Breakaway Roping and Steer Ride Under 18 Bull Ride, Saddle Ride, Bareback Ride, Rope & Tie, Chute Dogging, Team Roping, Barrel Race, Breakaway Roping and Pole Bending. Points are awarded to Junior Rodeo Series only and are not awarded to individual event titles. e) National Finals Rodeo - This category is for final s rodeos only. Any competitor in the NRA standings is eligible to enter to show availability the top 12 points scorers in each event of those who have entered will be elected for the finals. (In the case that two (2) competitors are on equal points in twelfth position, 13 competitors will be eligible. In the case of more than two competitors on equal points for twelfth position the total will revert to eleven competitors). This will be determined by the board. Late Entries: No late entries will be taken, unless the board deems necessary to accept should the The Judge's Decision Is Final

General Rules numbers of competitors nominated in a particular section be lower than the required placing. Maximum points apply for all events other than the following exception: Team Roping Points: (One team / One run) 9 1st 160 Points 2nd 120 Points 3rd 80 Points 4th 40 Points Finals aggregate points requires a minimum of 2 rodeos. Average points awarded over no less than 2 rounds. To be eligible for Aggregate points, competitor must have competed in all rounds of the finals. Aggregate winners of all Open Events over the rounds of the finals including Team Roping (Header and Heeler) Steer Undecorating and Junior events will be awarded bonus point s equivalent to points awarded in a single round. These POINTS will be added to the End of Year standings. No novice Money or Points will be awarded at the finals. f) In all the above rodeo classifications junior and/or novice events can only be included if the equivalent senior event is on the programme, the only exception being a full junior rodeo. g) The Board of the National Rodeo Association has the right to negotiate special terms for any rodeo affiliation. 8. Final/Average Payouts and Points a) In the case of a final, with prize money of $1000 per event, the money shall be split evenly over the 1st round, the final and the average with points given on the average only. b) To be eligible to win prizemoney and points in the average, a competitor must have received a score/time in the round and must compete on all possible head of stock. Where there are not enough scores in the round to fill the required number of positions in the final, competitors can be drawn back into the final, or in the case of The Judge s Decision Is Final

10 General Rules rough stock events, they can be placed into the final based on the longest buck off time however they will not be eligible for average money and points. c) Rough Stock average winners will be determined by the highest aggregate score on the most number of qualified rides. d) Time Event average winners will be determined by the fastest aggregate time on the most number of qualified runs. e) The same head of stock cannot be drawn by a competitor more than once in an average. 9. Arena conditions: a) The arena must be considered safe and suitable for a rodeo to be conducted. b) The arena must be completely top dressed or ripped to a minimum of 75mm and a maximum of 100mm. c) The final decision on cancelling a rodeo or stopping a rodeo due to weather or ground conditions must be done by NRA directors. If the conditions are considered safe contractors must complete their obligations. If the conditions are unsafe the following conditions apply: i) If a rodeo is abandoned before half the programme is concluded competitors will receive full nomination refund. ii) If a rodeo is abandoned after half the programme is completed half prize money per event will be paid out. iii) Team Roping - in the case where the event is not completed, all nomination money will be refunded. In all the above cases no points will be allocated towards the end of year points. The Judge's Decision Is Final

General Rules 10. Tie for Event Titles a) In the case of a tie in the all Round title, a count back will be conducted using the formula below. 11 Points to be calculated from all round point award rodeos: - Number of 1st Place Wins if a tie still exists Number of 2nd Place Wins if a tie still exists Number of 3rd Place Wins if a tie still exists Number of 4th Place Wins if a tie still exists Then on the number of Spilt/Equal place wins. Example equal First, equal second, equal third and equal forth. b) In the case of a tie for an Event Title at the finals the competitors will have to take a ride-off or run-off to decide the winner (contestants must qualify on their head of stock). If a tie still exists use formula as per 10 (a) for all rodeos. 11. Chute Boss has the right to: a) Fine and scratch a competitor after three (3) calls. b) Fine or scratch a competitor after one (1) warning failing to follow directions, fine to be set by NRA Board. 12. Draws: a) All time event draws or in the case where a rough stock draw is done on the day of the rodeo, will be openly carried out by two (2) persons appointed by a director or judge. At least one judge on the day must be present. b) Rough Stock computer draws will be conducted in the NRA Office. The Judge s Decision Is Final

12 General Rules c) Misdraws: i) Should there be one (1) or two (2) misdraws, the competitors can be drawn a head of stock from the complete pen. Then the competitor drawn will automatically draw from the rerun/re-ride pen. ii) Should there be three (3) misdraws, a complete new draw must be carried out. 13. All two head contests points and prize money paid on average. 14. Dress Code: a) All rodeo personnel competing and officiating at a rodeo must be in full western dress one (1) hour prior to the rodeo commencing or when they enter the rodeo grounds to the conclusion of the rodeo. Western attire consists of a hat, boots, jeans of western pants and a long sleeve western shirt with sleeves buttoned down and a collar. All attire must be worn in a neat and tidy manner. The rule applies to competitors, chute boss, announcers, pick-up teams, judges, time keepers, central entries personnel, stock contractors and their assistants. Clowns may wear runners. Sleeves may be rolled up on riding hand in Rough Stock Events. b) Should an appointed Director or Official deem a competitor to be wearing unsuitable attire, the competitor may be called from the arena: - i. Instructed to change attire ii. iii. Fined Disqualified for non-compliance in either (i) or (ii). 15. No competitor is allowed on horseback in the arena one (1) hour prior to the commencement of the rodeo. 16. Mistreatment of an animal within the confines of the designated venue is not tolerated and will incur disqualification and/or fine. The Judge's Decision Is Final

General Rules 17. Verbal or physical abuse by any member or day member to any official, committee or other member will result in this person being brought before the Disciplinary Committee for a ruling. 13 18. It is mandatory that all committees have a qualified Level Three (3) First Aid Officer s in attendance whilst the rodeo is in progress and the nearest Ambulance to be on call or at rodeo. The First Aid Officer will require having a defibrillator on site this is for insurance Cover. First Aid officers must have a designated area outside of the arena with vehicle access to Arena and clear access for vehicle to leave premises in case of an emergency. 19. Judges, timekeepers, chute boss, pick-up teams, announcers, central entries personnel and bull fighters who are competing at a rodeo are to supply a suitable replacement for their official capacity for their respective event(s) prior to commencement of the rodeo. If a replacement is not found the said official will be scratched from their respective event(s) and nominations are not refundable. 20. All points award events should be completed prior to any non-point event, unless approval granted by the Board. 21. Rookie Competition a. For all events, a competitor may compete in either Novice or Open competition until total recorded points in that event have reached 1000 (however only points won in the open competition will count towards a Rookie Title) or breaking Rookie status and HAVE not won a title in that event with any other Association. b. A Rookie is a competitor from their first two (2) years of open competition. c. A competitor has until they reach 1000 recorded points in an open event to nominate for an event Rookie Title. d. The year in which a competitor reaches 1000 points is the competitor s final rookie year for that event. The Judge s Decision Is Final

14 General Rules e. All Rookie competitors must advice Head Office in writing by completing a Rookie Nomination Form. This is to be done by 30 th June each year. f. A competitor may only win one Rookie title per event. 22. Rookie Breaks Open a. Wins a title. b. Accrues 1000 Open and Novice points in an event. c. Completes second year of membership (In all of the above the member will then be deemed to be an open competitor only). 23. Novice Competition a. A Novice competitor is also eligible to compete in open competition until such time as novice and open points reach 1000. All novice and junior rough stock competitors must wear protective equipment such as a helmet and vest. (Novice Points do not appear in the standings on the website or in Newsletter. All enquiries regarding Novice Points should be directed to the NRA office). b. Only monies won at NRA affiliated points awarded rodeos count towards breaking novice status. c. Novice points awarded is accumulated for the lifetime of the member. d. Junior competitors may continue to compete in Novice events until either turn 18 years of age or win an open event. 24. Open Competition As a competitor Breaks Open they will be notified in writing from the Office and recorded in the Break Open Register. The Competitors who have Broken Open will be published on the website and in the Newsletter. The Judge's Decision Is Final

General Rules These competitors are no longer classed as a Novice Competitor and they are also no longer eligible for Novice money or points. However, your rookie (*R*) status will remain in the standings until the end of the rodeo Season. 15 25. Any Competitor / Contractor / Rodeo Personnel seen drinking alcohol in the immediate vicinity of the arena or in the backyards will incur a fine for first offence and immediate disqualification for the day. 26. All Complaints must be addressed on the complaints form with a fee of $50 to accompany it, if up held money will be refunded. No prize money will be paid out until matter is resolved. 27. When a child has shown to be out of control of his or her horse in any event the NRA Event Directors, Executive Board Directors or Judges are to tell the parents that their child is not to ride that horse again in any NRA Affiliated event, until they prove they have control. The Judge s Decision Is Final

16 General Rules Membership Membership in the National Rodeo Association is a privilege not a right. Application for membership shall be made on forms and accompanied by fees and procedures as set from time to time by the board. Membership or application therefore maybe accepted or rejected at the boards discretion. Every member shall pay to the Association the prescribed membership fee annually. Directors, Life and Honorary Members are exempted from membership fees. The Board shall have the right to refuse any application for membership without assigning any reason for the declaration. Payment of membership fee binds all members to abide by the Memorandum and Articles of the Association, Code of Practice of the sport of Rodeo and the NRA rule book. First year Adult and Junior members are to pay an additional fee as a Central Entries Bond. Membership fee will be set by the board and all fees are payable by the 1st January each calendar year. To compete, officiate and stock contract at a rodeo, members have to be financial. Disciplinary procedures apply twenty-four (24) hours prior to and twenty-four (24) hours after conclusion of a rodeo. All members, upon joining the Association, are entitled to one (1) membership card and one (1) Rulebook of the Association. Additional / replacement Rulebooks must be purchased from the Association at a fixed price as set forth by the Board of Directors. Any member presenting a dishonoured cheque will be fined a sum nominated by the Board to cover charges and cost of cheque. On second offence members will be on a cash basis only. The Judge's Decision Is Final

Classification of membership Men s and Ladies Full Membership Classification of membership 17 1. To receive points earned at contests in accordance with the Association s points system toward year end standings and all round titles. 2. After a period of two (2) years of membership, entitled to stand for office of directorship with NRA. 3. After a period of two (2) years of membership, entitled to vote in election of officers and/or other balloting matters raised by the Board of Directors. 4. In the above instances members must be 18 years and over to be eligible. 5. Members to be eligible to compete must have current membership. To maintain membership fees are to be paid by 1 st January. Payments after 1st January will incur a late renewal fine set by the board. 6. Resignation of membership must be in writing. When resignation is not received in writing or membership is not renewed by 31 st March, membership will be cancelled and bond will be forfeited. 7. A person is not eligible to compete on a day membership for a period of three (3) months if they have resigned or their membership has been forfeited. 8. Receive publication of NRA Newsletter via Website or printed document. Junior Membership: 1. Junior Members must be 17 years and under as of 1st January. Birth Certificates must be supplied. 2. One parent/legal guardian must be a member of the NRA and MUST sign the NRA Code of Behaviour. Fees to reflect parent/legal guardian status, as a competitor or associate member. Fines for breaches of the Code of Behaviour by any family member will be the responsibility of the financial members. The Judge s Decision Is Final

18 Classification of membership 3. To receive points earned at contests in accordance with the Associations points system toward year end standings. 4. All junior competitors must wear an approved skull cap as per Australian Standards in Open and Junior events. Full face helmets must be worn by competitors in 7-U12 Poddy ride, U15 Junior Steer Ride and U18 Boys Junior Bull Ride. 5. Any junior competing in an Open Event must be either a full, permit or day member. 6. Not entitled to stand for office of directorship with NRA. 7. Not entitled to vote in election of officers and or other balloting matters raised by Board of Directors. 8. In addition to normal membership fees, junior members shall pay a Central Entries bond in their first year of membership. (Fee at NRA discretion). 9. Receive publication of NRA Newsletter via Website or printed document. Day Membership: 1. Temporary membership for the day of the Rodeo only and must pay a fee as set by the Board from time to time. (Fee at NRA discretion). 2. Day Members are not able to accrue points for any event and/or all round titles. 3. Not entitled to stand for office of directorship with NRA. 4. Not entitled to vote in election of officers and or other balloting matters raised by Board of Directors. Subscription Membership: 1. For non-competing members. 2. Not entitled to stand for office of directorship with NRA. 3. Not entitled to vote in election of officers and other balloting matters raised by Board of Directors. The Judge's Decision Is Final

Classification of membership 4. Receive publication of NRA Newsletter via Website or printed document. 19 Associate Membership: 1. For non-competing members. 2. Parent, Judge, Chuteboss, Timekeeper, Pick-up Men, Announcer. 3. Not entitled to stand for office of directorship with NRA. 4. Not entitled to vote in election of officers and or other balloting matters raised by Board of Directors. 5. Receive publication of NRA Newsletter via Website or printed document. Life Membership: 1. A member shall qualify for nomination for life membership, by rendering the association meritorious service in the opinion of the board. 2. Nominations for Life Membership shall be submitted in writing to the Board prior to the Annual General Meeting (must be proposed and seconded by financial members). 3. Nominations for life membership must be presented at the Annual General Meeting and issued only on the unanimous decision of the members. 4. A life member is entitled to all benefits as set forth for full members. Honorary Membership: 1. Honorary membership may be bestowed upon a person for a period of one (1) year. 2. Not entitled to stand for office of directorship with NRA. 3. Not entitled to vote in election of officers and or other balloting matters raised by Board of Directors. 4. Receive publication of NRA Newsletter via Website or printed document. The Judge s Decision Is Final

20 Central Entries Committee Membership: 1. Be entitled to vote in election of officers and or other balloting matters brought up by Board of Directors. One (1) vote only. 2. Receive publication of Association monthly newsletter. Central Entries Entry Times/Preferences: 1. Regular entry times as per Central Entries Rules and Guidelines as set out on website or printed in the newsletter. If there are more than two Rodeos, an additional entry time may be added and will be published on the NRA Facebook, website and or printed in the Newsletter. 2. The Committee / Promoter has the right to request current top five competitors in the standings and any local competitors to be placed in the performance rounds. 3. To be eligible to compete in Local Events the competitor must live within 50klm radius from the rodeo that is holding the local event. Proof of residence may be required on the day, should there be a need for verification. 4. No preferences will be accepted when entering a rodeo. The Rodeo program, Stock and position draws for all events will be posted on the NRA website on Wednesday night prior to the rodeo and it will be the responsibility of the competitor to trade out with another competitor if they wish to change sections. Barrel Race Trades: (Open & Juniors) can only trade with the competitor of the same position draw in different sections, if trade is done with a competitor in a different position draw than both competitors will be placed in last position draw of each section. It is then the responsibility of the competitor to advise the NRA Office prior to 12 noon on Friday of any changes. The Judge's Decision Is Final

Members: Central Entries 21 Must be financial. When nominating must state: - 1. rodeo, 2. membership number, 3. Name, 4. The event/s and status, for example, novice. A reference number will be given when entries are recorded. It is the nominated member s responsibility to record this reference number. No investigation of entries will proceed without individual s reference number. Entries will not be accepted if there are any previous unpaid debts. All Competitors must pay for all events entered prior to competing. Failure to do so will incur a fine and be disqualified. Day Members: Nomination procedures as per Members (Page 20). An additional fee is payable for Men s, Ladies and Junior for Day Membership. Must have their entry money plus day membership fee to the NRA Central Entry office by the designated date. Failure to do so will result in entries not being accepted. Day Members are required to sign a day membership form binding them to abide by the Constitution and Rules of this Association and code of practice on the sport of rodeo. A parent/legal guardian s signature is required on the form for Under 18 years of age Competitors. All Day members are required to complete this form prior to competing. Failure to do this will result in disqualification. Late Entries: Late entries will be accepted up to 12 noon Monday preceding the rodeo unless stated on Facebook, website or in the newsletter. Any committee not accepting late entries must notify NRA office by the last advertised entry date. All late entries will be automatically accompanied by a fine (Senior $25 / Junior $5). Day members will not incur a late entry fine. Entry procedures are to be followed as for members and day member s nominations unless stated on the website or in the Newsletter. If there are less than 10 entries in an event, there will be no late fee applied to late entries. The Judge s Decision Is Final

22 Central Entries Cancellations: 1. Cancellations prior to 12 noon Monday preceding the rodeo will not incur a fine. 2. Cancellations after 12 noon Monday and before 12 noon Thursday preceding the rodeo unless otherwise stated will incur a committee levy plus Administration fee with or without a Doctors/Vet s certificate. 3. Cancellations after 12 noon Thursday preceding the rodeo will incur full payment of entry fee plus turn out fine. To medical out the competitor must supply a doctor s/vet certificate within 7 days from date of rodeo or Full entry fee and Turn out will apply. 4. Any un-notified cancellations will incur full nominations plus a turn out fine. 5. Cancellations must be done through the NRA office or Central Entries Hotline on day of Rodeo only. Hotline: The NRA Central Entries phone will be on two (2) hours prior to the commencement of the rodeo. The Central Entries phone is available on the day for notification of any unforeseen circumstances. This notification must be received before the draws are commenced. It is the individual s responsibility to personally advise any changes necessary. No responsibility will be accepted by the office if you fail to comply with this request. Injuries / Medical Outs: If a competitor is injured at a rodeo and is nominated in another event, a medical certificate must be obtained from the first aid attendant on the ground and presented to the central entry officer on the day, before the event concludes. Failure to comply with the above the competitor pays full nomination fee plus turn out fee. If a competitor has received concussion at the rodeo and the Chuteboss has reported the head injury on the Rodeo Report, the competitor must provide a medical clearance before riding again. The Judge's Decision Is Final

Insurance Form: NRA Affiliated Committees 23 In the case of a competitor being injured during the course of the rodeo he/she must obtain an injury occurrence form from the Central Entries office on the day and submit a copy to NRA Head Office 12 noon Monday. NRA Affiliated Committees 1. Organisations desiring to conduct a rodeo may make application for registration to NRA Head Office. For every rodeo promoted under the auspices of the NRA the organising body shall pay to the Association an affiliation fee in conjunction with forwarding the completed NRA Affiliation Form. The board has the right to approve or disapprove application. The completed application form is required two (2) months prior to the promotion for inclusion on the NRA website or in the newsletter. 2. Committees must display on programmes and posters that the rodeo is NRA affiliated. 3. Judges, timekeepers, chute bosses and officials are to be appointed from the NRA approved officials list published on the NRA Newsletter or in the Newsletter. 4. All NRA approved rodeos must have two (2) NRA approved Judges and one (1) NRA approved timekeeper. 5. All contract stock are to be selected from Contractors listings published on the NRA website or in the Newsletter. 6. Affiliated Committees can only conduct approved NRA Rodeo Events. If there are less than a total of 50 entries as a combination of all Rough Stock events at a rodeo, then the committee has the right to run any or all events over two (2) head. 7. It is mandatory that all committees have a qualified Leve Three (3) First Aid Officer s in attendance whilst the rodeo is in progress and the nearest Ambulance to be on call or at rodeo. The First Aid Officer will require having a defibrillator on site this is for insurance Cover. First The Judge s Decision Is Final

24 NRA Affiliated Committees Aid officers must have a designated area outside of the arena with vehicle access to Arena and clear access for vehicle to leave premises in case of an emergency. Arenas 8. All competitors and officials receive free admission to the rodeo, a list of competitors and officials will be forwarded from NRA Office two (2) days prior to the rodeo. 9. It is at the Committee / Promoter discretion to allow half price entry for parents or Legal guardians of junior competitors (1 parent only). 10. It is at the Committee / Promoter discretion to allow half price entry for competing member s partners. 11. If (b) or (c) above is accepted by the Committee/ Promoter this will be then advertised to members on the NRA website and printed NRA Newsletter. 12. An office or secure closed in area with adequate lighting is to be available for the NRA Central Entries personnel. 1. All arenas used for rodeos are to be stock proof, including suitable fencing to prevent the escape of any animal from the arena or yarding facilities. 2. Without prior approval of the Board a Portable Arena, minimum height of 1800mm. Rodeos conducting any Timed Events must be a minimum of 50 metres from the Catch Pen to the front Time Box and a minimum width of 30 metres to comply with recommendations of the governing body. 3. Without prior approval of the Board a portable arena shall be 30 X 30 metres for rough stock only events. 4. Injured stock/animal requirement by Animal Welfare a. A Veterinarian to be either in attendance or be advised of the event and be on standby. The Judge's Decision Is Final

b. Suitable transport on standby in case of injured animal. 25 c. Suitable screening (e.g. Hessen or Tarpaulin) for injured stock/animal to be available on the rodeo grounds on day of rodeo. 5. Suitable gate entrances are to be available for the moving of injured competitors. 6. It is recommended that the minimum time event box length is 4.8 metres and minimum time event box width is 2.4 metres. NRA Stock Contractors 1. Contractors have to be financial members of NRA and pay a Full Membership Fee. 2. If person/s authorised by a Contractor to assist at a rodeo are not NRA members, they become the sole responsibility of the Contractor. Example: Backyard workers, chute workers including kicker person. In such cases the Contractor responsible shall accept full responsibility for the actions of the said worker and will be held accountable in the event of conflict. NRA dress code applies, failure to comply will have offending party removed from arena and the responsible contractor will be fined. 3. Any Contractor or assistant guilty of trying to influence judges shall be fined, with the fine set by the NRA Board. 4. Any contractor found guilty of cheating or mistreatment of stock will be removed from NRA Contractors listing. 5. When a contractor has accepted to supply stock for a rodeo and then refuses to allow the use of their stock they shall be fined no less than twice their annual NRA membership fee. 6. Repeated infringements of either of the above offences shall lead to the said Contractor being deleted from NRA Contractors listing. The Judge s Decision Is Final

26 NRA Stock Contractors 7. A contractor must supply sufficient stock to complete each event as per the rules set down for that event. 8. In the event of a contractor being suspended or removed from NRA stock listing, the governing body will be advised and said contractor will be withdrawn from all listings. 9. It is the Contractor s responsibility to ensure stock numbers are submitted by determined date or time. 10. All stock must be on the ground and clearly numbered one (1) hour prior to the commencement of the event for inspection unless prior arrangements have been organised. 11. All stock to be drafted by Stock Contractors to ensure the smooth running of the rodeo. 12. Failure to comply with the above rules will result in penalties being imposed. 13. It is the Contractor s responsibility to ensure stock conforms to the Animal Welfare Code. Failure to do so will result in the Contractor being fined or suspended or both. 14. To be classed as contract stock, the stock for time events must be prerun, pre-tied, pre-thrown off horseback replicating each event as it would occur during the rodeo or chute handled for rough stock until they become familiar with the surroundings. 15. Rough Stock Contractors must supply their own kickers/flanks and they must be lined with sheepskin or an approved lining. 16. Time Event Contractors must supply their own approved horn wraps for team roping, Time Box pads and approved Timed Event Barriers. 17. All stock must be freeze, fire or paint branded, cattle may be ear tagged. All numbers must be clearly visible. 18. All rough stock must be registered (Name and No.) with NRA Head Office before being included in computer draws. The Judge's Decision Is Final

NRA Stock Contractors 19. Stock must be sound, healthy and in good condition. Overweight stock and obviously pregnant females must not be used. Stock Contractors shall be fined or suspended for supplying unsuitable stock. 27 20. Known head and chute fighting stock to be excluded from the draw unless approved by the Event Administrator. 21. If a head of stock is banned the contractor will be notified verbally by an official and then receive written notification within fourteen (14) days from Head Office. 14. Loose stock must be cleared from the arena in all horse rough stock events, with bulls at the Stock Contractor s or rider s discretion. 15. Electric Prods to be used only in accordance with the Code of Conduct (Refer page 68). 16. All second division stock must be approved. 17. A minimum horse height of 14 hands will apply. Shod horses (front feet only) may be included in the draw under certain circumstances and with approval of the Administrator or Director. 18. A minimum open bull weight of 500kg will apply unless otherwise approved by an Administrator or Director. 19. All bulls horns must be tipped to a minimum diameter of 25mm. 20. All Time Event cattle must be tipped to a minimum diameter of 10mm. 21. Untipped stock will be excluded from draw. 22. Rope and Tie/Breakaway stock minimum weight 100kg live weight. Even line. 23. Steer Wrestling/Steer Undecorating stock minimum weight 250kg to a max 400kg live weight. Even line. 24. Team Roping stock minimum 200kg live weight. The Judge s Decision Is Final

28 General Rules for Rough Stock Events General Rules for Rough Stock Events 1. Commencement of any Rough Stock event is deemed to be started by the competitor on their given signal from which time the competitor accepts the arena and the decision of the Judge. 2. All rough stock events have an eight (8) second time limit with the exception of the Poddy Ride being six (6) seconds. 3. Time commences when the head of stock s two (2) front feet hit the ground clear of the Chute line. 4. The scoring system to be based on 1 to 25 points for the stock and 1 to 25 points for the ride on each side (total of 100 points). 5. After three honest attempts the judge may turn the head of stock out and award a no-ride. 6. If the horse fails to leave the chute or will not stand, the Judge may call the competitor to spur in the belly, which will automatically qualify as a mark out (free rowel). 7. Once competitor accepts stock and chute gate is opened, the gate cannot be closed without the authorisation of the judge and judge only. 8. Competitors broken gear does not constitute a re-ride in any rough stock event. The only exception being kickers supplied by contractors. 9. Spurs must be blunt and free rolled with the exception that they may be semi-locked in the Bull Ride. 10. There will be no tape or any other adhesive material or substance other than dry rosin used in riggings or riders glove. 11. Finger tucks are not allowed. 12. Stock to be flanked and ridden from the chutes, chute gate to be opened on the rider s signal unless he has been warned for undue delay by the Judge or Chute Boss and then his head of stock may be turned out. The Judge's Decision Is Final

General Rules for Rough Stock Events 13. If an animal is marked, the Judges and Director are to assess the amount of damage and if they the competitor was responsible, he will be disqualified and fined and/or suspended. If fined, the fine shall be split 70% to the Stock Contractor and 30% to NRA and the stock may not be contested on for a period of two (2) weeks. 29 14. Any rider turning out stock will be liable to a fine. 15. Re-ride/No ride: a) To be awarded a re-ride in any event, a contestant must complete a qualified ride. b) If the head of stock leaves the arena during the contest, it is automatically a re-ride. c) A competitor, after three (3) re-rides, shall be refunded the added back and committee levy portion of their nomination money. d) If a competitor is fouled on arena fixtures, it will be at the Judge s discretion as to a re-ride being awarded. e) If a head of stock fails to perform to the Judge s satisfaction, and the competitor Outclasses the head of stock, the contestant will be given a score with the option of a re-ride. Competitor must notify judges of his intention immediately. f) Each event will have a minimum of two (2) re-ride head of stock provided by the contractor prior to the commencement of the Event. Any turnout stock not drawn again will be included in the re ride pen. If drawn again, it is the contractor s right to exclude said stock from the re-ride pen. The Judges will draw out both the competitor and the re ride stock. It is mandatory that the officiating judges conduct the draw. The correct procedure is as per the following example: One (1) re-ride, a minimum of two (2) head of stock, two (2) re-rides a minimum of two (2) head of stock, three (3) re-rides, a minimum of three (3) head of stock and so on. The Judge s Decision Is Final

30 General Rules for Rough Stock Events i. If a re-ride head of stock is drawn in the following section, the competitor with the original draw has first option of contesting on that stock. g) A No Ride applies if: i. Fouled at the chute gate and claims foul (grab down, slap stock, try to get off, etc.). ii. Head of stock falls from the chute. iii. Head of stock is led from the chute and fails to buck. iv. Head of stock falls in such a manner that endangers the rider. v. If flank/kicker comes off prior to the eight (8) second time limit, a no-ride will be awarded. Standard disqualifications for all Rough Stock Events. a) Violations of governing rule or rules of the judges. b) Being under the influence of liquor or drugs. c) Mistreatment of stock. d) Altercations with judges or officials or rodeo committee or board members. e) Competitor may be disqualified for undue delay in the chute or on the grounds after being warned by the Chute Boss. f) Any contestant failing to answer the third call of the Chute Boss will be disqualified. g) Cheating with draw constitutes disqualification. h) In the case of a competitor coming in contact with the arena with their free hand or arm, and in the judge s opinion, such contact has aided the competitor, automatic disqualification shall occur. The Judge's Decision Is Final

Men s Bull Ride General Rules for Rough Stock Events 31 1. All General Rules for Rough Stock Events apply. (Refer page 28). 2. All stock to be drawn prior to the commencement of contest. 3. This is a one handed event. Bulls to be ridden for eight (8) seconds. It is mandatory that all competitors wear a protective vest. 4. Only recognised Bull Ropes to be used. 5. All bulls are to be flanked with a rope, or leather flank with sheepskin or approved lining. 6. If a contestant makes a qualified ride with any part of the rope in the riding hand, he is to be scored. 7. Undue delays with Bull Rope adjustment resulting in time delays clearing the chute will be left to the discretion of the Chute Boss. 8. Bulls do not have to be spurred for the contestant to be awarded a score. 9. Bulls to be flanked with NRA approved kickers. 10. Re-ride/No ride - Refer to General Rules for Rough Stock Events (Refer Page 28). 11. Chute Boss may fine a rider who is next to go and is not ready with his glove on, chaps buckled, when the rider before him goes out. Minimum fine $20.00, maximum $50.00. Men s Bull Ride Disqualifications 1. Being bucked off. 2. Touching down (touching any part of the beast or person with free hand or arm) to assist the rider. 3. Cut Bull. 4. Losing hold on rope. The Judge s Decision Is Final

32 General Rules for Rough Stock Events 5. All Standard Disqualification for Rough Stock Events apply. (Refer page 30). 6. In the case of a competitor coming in contact with the arena with their free hand or arm, and in the judge s opinion, such contact has aided the competitor, automatic disqualification shall occur. Men s Novice Bull Ride 1. As per Men s Bull Ride Rules 2. Novice Bull Ride Event will receive points towards end of year buckle. Once a Novice Bull Ride competitor has reached 1000 points, they can compete in the Novice Bull Ride event till end of that year of breaking open, only receiving Novice points. Men s Bareback Ride 1. All General Rules for Rough Stock Events apply. (Refer page 28). 2. All stock to be drawn prior to the commencement of contest. 3. This is a one handed event. Horses to be ridden for eight (8) seconds. 4. A one handed rigging is to be used consisting of no more than 10 inches (250 mm) in width at the hand hold and not more than 6 inches (150 mm) at the D rings. 5. Girth to be a minimum of 5 inches (125 mm). Bareback pads under the rigging must be leather covered both sides. 6. Hair felt pads must be 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick or 1 inch (25 mm) thick if rubber of equivalent density. Pads must also extend at least 2 inches (50 mm) past the back of the rigging to comply with specifications as above. 5. The flanks must be lined with wool or an approved lining and be of a quick release type. 6. To constitute a mark out to the judge s satisfaction the contestant must have his spurs in or above the break of the shoulder and touching the horse with the rowels of the spurs when the horse s front The Judge's Decision Is Final

General Rules for Rough Stock Events feet touch the ground clear of the chute line. Officiating Judges will carry a flag to signal that a competitor has not marked his horse correctly. The judge will discard flag (i.e. throw on ground) immediately upon competitor not having achieved mark out as per rule stated above. 33 7. If the head of stock fails to stand or leave the chute, the Judge may nullify the mark-out. If a horse fails to leave the chute or will not stand, the judge may call for competitor to spur in the belly, which will automatically qualify as a mark out (free rowel). 8. Re-ride/No ride - refer to General Rules for Rough Stock Events (Refer Page 28). 9. Chute Boss may fine a rider who is next to go and is not ready with his glove on, chaps buckled, when the rider before him goes out. Minimum fine $20.00, maximum $50.00. Men s Bareback Disqualifications 1. Being bucked off. 2. Touching down (touching any part of the horse or person with free hand or arm) to assist the rider. 3. Not marking out. 4. Riding with locked or sharp rowels. 5. Cut Horse. 6. Rider s hand coming out of the rigging. 7. All Standard Disqualification for Rough Stock Events apply (Refer Page 30). 8. In the case of a competitor coming in contact with the arena with their free hand or arm, and in the judge s opinion, such contact has aided the competitor, automatic disqualification shall occur. The Judge s Decision Is Final

34 General Rules for Rough Stock Events Men s Saddle Ride 1. All General Rules for Rough Stock Events apply. (Refer Page 28). 2. All stock to be drawn prior to the commencement of contest. 3. This is a one handed event. Horse to be ridden for eight (8) seconds. 4. A plain head collar with braided single rope bucking rein of not more than 2 metres in length is to be used. 5. Saddle specifications: Rigging: 20mm double-front edged of D ring must pull not further back than directly below the centre point of swell. Standard E-Z or ring type saddle dee must be used and cannot exceed 145 mm outside width measurements. Swell Undercut: Not more than 50mm - one on each side. Gullet: Not less than 100mm wide at the centre of fork of covered saddle. Tree: Saddle must be built on standard tree. Specifications: Fork 356mm wide, height 225mm maximum. Cantle: 125mm maximum height and 356mm maximum width, stirrup leathers must be hung over bars. Front Girth: The centre of the front girth must be a minimum of 150mm wide. Back Cinch: A spacer from the front girth to the back cinch must be used if requested by the contractor. 6. The flanks must be lined with wool or an approved lining and be of a quick release type. 7. To constitute a mark out to the judge s satisfaction the contestant must have his spurs in or above the break of the shoulder and touching the horse with the rowels of the spurs when the horse s front feet touch the ground clear of the chute line. Officiating Judges will The Judge's Decision Is Final

General Rules for Rough Stock Events carry a flag to signal that a competitor has not marked his horse correctly. The judge will discard flag (ie. throw on the ground) immediately upon competitor not having achieved mark out as per rule stated above. 35 8. If the head of stock fails to stand or leave the chute, the Judge may nullify the mark-out. If a horse fails to leave the chute or will not stand, the judge may call for competitor to spur in the belly, which will automatically qualify as a mark out (free rowel). 9. Re-ride/No ride - refer to General Rules for Rough Stock Events (Refer Page 28). 10. Chute Boss may fine a rider who is next to go and is not ready with his bucking rein correct, chaps buckled, when the rider before him goes out. Minimum fine $20.00, maximum $50.00. Saddle Ride Disqualifications 1. Being bucked off. 2. Touching down (touching any part of the horse or person with free hand or arm) to assist the rider. 3. Not marking out. 4. Losing an ox bow. 5. Having rein on opposite side of horse s neck to the hand in which it is held. 6. Riding with locked or sharp rowels. 7. Wrapping rein around hand. 8. Losing bucking rein. 9. Not showing clearance between the swell of the saddle and his hand with the bucking rein. 10. Not showing daylight with riding hand when leaving the line of the chute and must have no contact with free hand. The Judge s Decision Is Final

36 11. A cut horse is to be inspected by judge and administrator. 12. All Standard Disqualification for Rough Stock Events apply (Refer Page 30). 13. In the case of a competitor coming in contact with the arena with their free hand or arm, and in the judge s opinion, such contact has aided the competitor, automatic disqualification shall occur. General Rules for Time Events 1. a. The barrier must be set by the Barrier Judge after consultation with the stock contractor and Time Event Director/Administrator. The length will be determined by the arena conditions. The minimum length shall be 1.8 metres (6 ft) and the maximum length 4.8 metres (16 ft). b. The Time Box to have a minimum depth of five (5) metres or otherwise approved. Time Box set-ups within a portable arena to be secured so they do not move. 2. Competitors must commence their runs from behind the barrier. 3. Pushing out of stock, from time box chute in any time event is permitted and optional. It is the responsibility of the competing individual to arrange this for their event. The person in the box must not leave the box, cannot touch the stocks tail or pull on the ear. Immediate fine will be issued. 4. All stock to be numbered and a draw to be conducted to allocate stock to each contestant for each Rodeo. a. Contract Stock shall be pre-run, pre-tied, pre-thrown off horseback replicating each event as it would occur during the rodeo. This is the responsibility of the Contractor. 5. All time events will have a thirty (30) second time limit with the exception of Steer Undecorating which has a fifteen (15) second time limit. Penalties are not included in this time limit. The Judge's Decision Is Final